Writing tips & resources

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Writing tips
3 min read

How to use figurative language effectively

Employing metaphor, simile, and other figurative language to enrich your writing.
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Character & POV
3 min read

The outlaw character archetype

Bring uniqueness to your storytelling with the outlaw archetype.
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Worldbuilding
3 min read

How to keep mystery alive for your readers

The elements of mystery, techniques for maintaining intrigue, and how to adapt mystery to different genres.
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Writing tips
5 min read

How to refocus when you hit a slump

Here are a few tips to help you if you’re flagging or losing motivation.
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Writing tips
3 min read

How to build a narrative

Structuring and developing a cohesive and engaging story.
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7 Types of Stories: Tragedy

"Tragedy" stories focus on the protagonist's downfall due to their fatal flaw or a series of unfortunate events.
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What's the difference between plot and structure?

Uncover the distinctions between plot and structure, two vital components of effective storytelling.
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Tropes
3 min read

A complete guide to book tropes (including a list of 20+ tropes you can use in your novel)

Utilizing and subverting common narrative themes and devices effectively.

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